The Corner Bar » Homepage

Smoking Ban

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:18:17 +0000

Beginning May 1, 2010, the State of Michigan has prohibited smoking in public areas, including restaurants and bars. The Townsend Hotel, Rugby Grille and Corner Bar are included in this new law, designed to protect employees, patrons and citizens from the hazards of secondhand smoke.

Smoking is not permitted on any part of Townsend Hotel property, in accordance with this law. We appreciate your compliance in this matter and we will continue to provide you with the best customer experience possible. Please direct any questions on this matter to the front desk. Thank you in advance for your consideration and cooperation.

Feel Like A Hollywood Star

admin — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:50:40 +0000

The Corner Bar, in the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, is known for its intimate setting and great service. (Ricardo Thomas / The Detroit News)

Melody Baetens / The Detroit News

If there’s one word that immediately comes to mind when visiting the Corner Bar in Birmingham it’s “sophisticated.” This is due to the intricate lighting, celebrity-style service and sumptuous décor.

The Corner Bar, located in the Townsend Hotel, is so classy that liquor normally found on the top shelf of some bars is on the bottom shelf here. Fine Scotch and cognac — including the very refined Louis XIII cognac — holds court at the top.

“I like the Corner Bar because it’s usually very intimate,” says patron Dawn Yeaton of Birmingham. “Also, Dean makes great martinis.”

Award-winning bartender Dean Burnett (who has all the grace and expertise of a barkeep you’d expect to find in an old Hollywood movie) has been working with the Townsend for 20 years and has been at the Corner Bar since it opened seven years ago.

“It’s in a great town, and a great clientele,” he says of the Corner Bar, which was recently named “Best Corner Bar” by Hour Magazine. “There’s nothing like this in the area.”

During the week, the Corner Bar mostly offers after-work or late-night drinks for hotel guests and neighbors. On the weekends, when the Corner Bar takes on more of a nightclub vibe, men and women pile in to meet new people or impress their current date.

The bar only holds about 50 or so people, but for special events it can join up with the Townsend’s ballroom and have room for hundreds of guests. There also is a patio along the sidewalk that is open until midnight during nice weather.

The Corner Bar specializes in martinis and fancy cocktails. A favorite is Rain, made with Kettle One vodka, Chambord and pineapple juice. A classic two-olive martini is another good choice.

“We make the best original mojitos, using real sugar cane,” says Corner general manager Jad Habayeb. “Also, a lot of fruity drinks like the Pineapple Smash, which is selling like crazy. We muddle the drinks right in front of the customer and a lot of people come to the Corner just to have the drinks we serve.”

The Corner Bar also offers champagne, wine, coffee, beer (three taps) and bottle service.

mbaetens@detnews.com (313) 222-2402

http://www.detnews.com/article/20090709/ENT04/907090308/0/rss/Feel+like+a+Hollywood+star+at+Corner+Bar

About

admin — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:58:23 +0000

Overview:

Since its inception in May of 2002, The Corner has become recognized as The Birmingham Lounge. Located adjacent to The Townsend Hotel, The Corner serves unique cuisine with a light fare menu, and an extensive selection of award-winning cocktails, martinis, and premier spirits. The Corner is a true Birmingham original-bathing their guests in casual opulence.

Libations:
Guests will enjoy the impressive selection of first-class wines and champagnes hand-picked from around the world. The Corner also features an eclectic selection of premier spirits including Small Batch Bourbons, Single Malt Scotches, XO Cognacs, and Premium Vodkas. The faultless knowledge of the bar staff concoct hundreds of cocktails ranging from the award-wining Mojito and Flirtini, to the original Sangria.

Décor:
The Corner’s decor is unquestionably urban chic with stainless steel, mahogany, pewter and mosaic tiles, and beveled glass. Euro-Contemporary light fixtures, intimate layout, and a striking backlit bar create a trendy feel to this unique locale.

Entertainment:
An inventive lighting system with spots and rotating tones creates an edgy enhancement to the surround sound of soul, contemporary, classics and rhythm and blues. The Corner also offers live entertainment Thursday through Saturday with Metro Detroit’s best DJs.

Special Events:
With its distinctive setting and accommodations for over 140 guests, The Corner is the perfect venue for parties and special events. True to the Townsend Hotel tradition, guests can expect flawless service in an intimate and relaxed atmosphere. The Corner is available every Sunday through Tuesday for private functions.

Distinctions:
One of the top five featured destinations across the country from Las Vegas to Washington D.C.

Food Network’s “Hip Hot Spots”
Voted “Best Bartender” in Metro Detroit by Ambassador Magazine for 2007
Winner of Style Magazine’s “Bartender of the Year”
Voted “Best Hotel Bar” by Hour Magazine
Voted “Best Lounge” by Real Detroit Weekly
Voted “Best Liquor Selection” by Real Detroit Weekly
Voted “One of the top 14 best bartenders in the World” by Global Traveler

“The Corner”

admin — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:55:00 +0000

History

Built in 2002 The Corner was added to the prestigious Townsend Hotel and quickly became a local favorite. The Corner can provide retreat or an evening to dance and celebrate. Enjoy bottle service during the evening to enhance your experience. The Corner welcomes you to a true nightlife experience. The scope of the evening is determined by your mind-set, anything goes in this intoxicating nightspot!

Possibilities

Hours of opportunity: 5pm to 2am Wednesday – Saturday Sunday – Tuesday for private functions for up to 100 guests Live DJ’s Thursday – Saturday Reservations strongly recommended

Solutions

Allow us to entertain your group or special event with table or section reservations for any occasion. From bachelorette parties to birthdays, sporting events or simple nights out we make any occasion memorable. Chef Koji comes prepared with a full menu from Musashi-Japanese Cuisine and Sushi Bar, one of Detroit’s finest.

Personalities

Dean Burnett: Master Barman with 29 years of service and Joe Ducato: Most valued assets

Talent:
Measha Steinkraus